Casual Get Together Night

At the usual time of 7:30pm the Rovers met down at the den with a night of filling the previously XXXX-dominated rafter with Toohey's Extra Dry bottles (this, amongst a considerable amount of Rovers is less troublesome than it sounds) in mind.

The Rovers congregated on the couches and talked while they had some beverages, later to be followed by a game of Ultimate Frisbee, which was suggested by Stephen Endicott. Some, however, sat out and continued discussion. A wild Sam Ludinski then proceeded to interupt the game by running around disrupting the players' natural course. All then went back inside and joined in the conversation.

The night ended at approximately 10:00pm.

Visit by Robert Bruce (Past SJW Rover)

On 12th November, former SJW member Rob Bruce visited the den. Over the years, Rob had been acting as a voluntary historian, if you like, for the Crew, and this was his night to show what he had collected and propose that he would show the other Rovers (former and current) at the Rover Reunion held in 2010 (when most of the history would be ready).

Also discussed were old SJW traditions and history that was already in the den. Most of the Crew also had their picture taken by Rob Bruce on this night for presentation in the history, although some were missing on this night, so Rob would collect theirs at a later point in time.

-Sam

Inductions

We welcomed Rachel and Steve (B2) to the Crew with the induction ceremony on Mt Cootha. There was a storm brewing all afternoon and we were treated to a fantastic lightning display. There was some mild concerns about conducting electricity, however, no one was killed. A bit light rain and blenty of wind made a fire impossible so everyone was a little chilled by the time we got back to Emile's for a cuppa, and for some, something a little stronger (emphasis on the little).

We were also paid a visit by ex-Rover Tracey and Jordan married Travis Jordan on Facebook resulting in her being Christened "JJ." Everyone is convinced that Travis and JJ should marry for real.

Squire Steve (B2) is Sponsored by Knight Steve (B1).
Squire Rachel is Sponsored by Knight Matt.

Rover Advisor Mystery Car Rally Night

Upon leaving the den, Team 1 went to the Marist College Ashgrove playing field where they took a picture of the team in front of the sign and counted all the metal poles around the playing fields. A great night then unfolded as we went from Ashgrove to a combination of Everton Park, Aspley, Ferny Grove, Newmarket, Kelvin Grove, St. Lucia, Aspley, and quite possibly more. Much tomfoolery was exhibited aboard Sandra Ludinski's Mitsubishi Outlander, including (but not limited to): parking in the opposing team near a relative of chris goninon's house, hiding their refidex (who uses those nowadays anyway? we had a GPS :) ), and competing with the opposition for the prime position on the road near Sci-Fleet used cars. Our tomfoolery (and just plain skill/awesomeness) paid off, and at the end of the night we received the grand prize to be placed on the wall in the rover den.

Phone Books (Continued)

(Part One) Chris, Emile and I (JJ) began our night of delivering phone books. We started at 12:00am as it seemed safest to deliver them along Waterworks Road without the issue of traffic. We began at Cooinda Street near the Ashgrove Golf Club, up to Grimsby Street and ended the night delivering on Romea Street, Nigel Street and Lochinvar Lane. By the time we had finished those last few streets it was 3:30 and we decided to call it a night. We would finish Ashgrove Shopping Village and Hilder Road at a later date.
(Part Two) Emile and I decided we would finally finish the phone books that were left to deliver as Chris was out of action. We started at 3:00pm and began with Ashgrove Shopping Village we had nearly finished the shopping village when we had run out of phone books and go back to the den to stock up. We arrived back at the den to find that there were no phone books left, so we could not complete the remainder of the houses and shops that still needed telephone books. Attempts were made to get more books, but went unanswered.

Emile, Jordan and Chris Greener

Jordan's 18th B'day Party

Everyone arrived for a night of fun and frivolity as we celebrated my 18th. The night started at Frank Waters Park with a few quite drinks, some cheesy one hit wonders, a soccer game or two and a flashback to childhood with a quick play on the playground. Things quickly changed as the strongest jelly shots on record were brought out. Needless to say it led to a few unfortunate events that may or may not have included a swing and some glows sticks. Emile suggested to carry on the festivities at The Shed which he may have regretted the next morning, although the fun did continue well into the small hours of the morning. All in all, it was extraordinary night with a very ordinary next morning.

By Jordan

Rover and Venturer Night

Tonight the Rovers and Venturers attended a progressional-style dinner commencing in Rosalie, at the lively establishment, aptly named Grilled. Not only because we enjoyed some quality juicy steaks.

We had a few laughs, generally delighting in each other's company. Welcomed our newest member, Rachel as we proceeded to the nearby Cold Rock where we indulged in some custom-made ice-cream.

Mmmmm.

While there, Iain, Jon, Stephen and, a brave venturer, Tom, managed to consume a copious amount of cookies-and-cream ice-cream with two mix-ins of Tim-Tams.

Following that, we completed our feast and ended the night upon the ever-so scenic Mt. Coot-tha. There we enjoyed the enchanting lights of Brisbane City.

We then continued to our somewhat traditional retirement to Emile's.

- By Jon and Iain